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Antarctica Cruise from India Highlights

  • Cruise along the picturesque Mackinlay Pass and the breathtaking Beagle Channel.
  • Sail across the iconic Drake Passage and spot a myriad of stunning seabirds, like Albatrosses.
  • Soak in the enchanting views of the majestic snow-clad mountains and stunning icebergs as you approach South Shetland Islands.
  • Spot huge colonies of Antarctic Terns, Southern Giant Petrels, Chinstrap Penguins, Blue-eyed Cormorants, and Kelp Gulls on King George Island.
  • Get a sneak peek into the fascinating history, picturesque wilderness, and rich natural splendors of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Antarctica Cruise from India Overview

One of the least explored and offbeat places to visit on the earth, Antarctica is known popularly for its blooming wildlife, stunning naturally-sculpted glaciers, and frozen frontier. Owing to its unparalleled scenic beauty, this breathtaking ‘White Desert’ has been propelling a huge number of nature lovers and backpackers since time immemorial.


The Antarctica cruise from India has made the virgin wilderness of this place much more accessible to the present generation of avid explorers. The incredibly charming Antarctica enchants the travelers with its incomparable landscape and awe-inspiring polar wildlife. Some of the prime hotspots that the travelers can explore with their Antarctica cruise package from India include South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula, Drake Passage, Lemaire Channel, Paradise Bay, and Pleneau Island. One of the many top attractions you will love to explore in Antarctica includes the colossal colonies of penguins, whales, and seals.

  • As your Antarctica cruise package from India has it, start your Antarctica voyage from the city of Ushuaia.
  • Sail along the charming Mackinlay Pass and the very popular Beagle Channel.
  • Cruise across the legendary Drake Passage, witnessing thousands of lovely seabirds and whales.
  • Interact with the cruise officers and get enlightened about navigation.
  • Let the experienced naturalists and lecturers explain to you the significance and history of the Drake Passage.
  • As you approach the very popular South Shetland Islands, treat your eyes to the spectacular panoramic views of the towering snow-shrouded mountains and the bewildering icebergs.
  • Spot Adelie and Chinstrap Penguins, Southern Giant Petrels, Kelp Gulls, Antarctic Terns, and Blue-eyed Cormorants on King George Island.
  • Witness elephant seals and Gentoo, Macaroni, and Chinstrap Penguins on Livingston Island.
  • Admire the virgin wilderness and glorious history of the Antarctica peninsula.
  • Navigate through the mesmerizing waterways of the Lemaire Channel, the Neumayer Channel, and the Gerlache Strait.
  • Move to the Paradise Bay and witness colonies of Blue-eyed Cormorant and Adelie Penguin on Paulet Island.
  • Explore a host of important islands and harbours including Melchior Island, Portal Point, Pleneau Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, and Petermann Island.
  • Wave Antarctica goodbye and return to Ushuaia via the Drake Passage.
  • Guided tours to the islands are included in your Antarctica cruise from India.

Antarctica Cruise from India Itinerary

Day 1
Depart from Ushuaia
  • As per your Antarctica cruise package from India, on this day you will reach Ushuaia from India.
  • Once you reach the city of Ushuaia, board your cruise and embark on your Antarctica voyage.
  • Settle into your pre-booked cabin, freshen up, and relax for sometime.
  • Spend the rest of the time at ease, as the cruise sails along the Beagle Channel and the Mackinlay Pass.
  • In the evening enjoy a lavish dinner onboard the cruise and retire into your cabin for a peaceful sleep overnight.
Day 2
Cross the Drake Passage
  • Wake up to a lovely morning on the cruise and freshen up.
  • Take a fulfilling breakfast onboard and spend the rest of the day on the ship, lazing around and soaking in the enthralling sea views.
  • One of the important attractions of day 2 of your Antarctica cruise package from India will be the iconic Drake Passage, which is named after the famous explorer Sir Francis Drake. This passage signifies the Antarctic Convergence, the site where the cool polar water descends under the warm northern waters. This passage is also considered to be the northern limit of the exotic Antarctic seabirds.
  • As the cruise passes through the Drake Passage, the lecturers will offer you an insight of the significance of this place and help you spot a variety of seabirds here, including Albatrosses.
Day 3
Watch penguins lazing around
  • You can also head to the bridge and join the officers of the cruise, who can educate you about the navigation. You can also spot whales and soak in the breathtaking views from this place.
  • Once you sight the majestic snow-capped mountains and ice-bergs on day 3 of your Antarctica cruise from India, you can be sure that the cruise has arrived at the South Shetland Islands.
  • The naturalists and lecturers will accompany you to the shore and explain important facts about the islands.
  • You can also spot a myriad of fascinating seals and penguins as you laze around in this place.
Day 4
Reach the South Shetland Islands
  • As your Antarctica cruise package from India has it, you will spend day 4 exploring the mesmerizing South Shetland Islands.
  • You can have a great time on the beaches of the South Shetland Islands, spotting umpteen varieties of rich wildlife, including penguins, southern elephant seals, and Antarctic fur seals.
  • You will experience sailing into the caldera of Deception Island.
Day 5
Explore South Shetland Islands
  • Once you reach the largest island of the South Shetland Islands, the King George Island, you can witness huge colonies of Adelie and Chinstrap Penguins, Southern Giant Petrels, Kelp Gulls, Antarctic Terns, and Blue-eyed Cormorants.
  • Upon reaching Livingston Island, you can spend time spotting the elephant seals and Gentoo, Macaroni, and Chinstrap Penguins.
Day 6
Reach the Antarctic Peninsula
  • You can spend time experiencing the remarkable history, virgin scenery, incredible wildlife, and a picturesque wilderness of mountains, ice, waterways, and snow on the Antarctic Peninsula.
  • You can spot seabirds, penguins, humpback, killer, and Minke whales, and leopard and crabeater seals.
  • You will also get the opportunity of navigating some of the spectacular waterways, including the Lemaire Channel, the Neumayer Channel, and the Gerlache Strait.
Day 7
Visit Paulet Island
  • You will halt at the Paradise Bay and spot colonies of Blue-eyed Cormorant and Adelie Penguin on Paulet Island.
  • Moving further, you will also explore Melchior Island, Portal Point, Pleneau Island, Cuverville Island, Neko Harbour, and Petermann Island. You can spot huge colonies of fascinating Gentoo Penguins on Petermann Island.
Day 8
Cross the Drake Passage
  • You will leave Antarctica on the 8th day of your Antarctica cruise from India and start your onward journey.
  • You can join the experienced naturalists and lecturers on deck of the ship to take some important lectures and spot the friendly whales and seabirds for one last time.
Day 9
Pass through Drake Passage
  • You will spend the 9th day of your Antarctica cruise from India sailing across the Drake Passage.
  • You can spend the rest of the time lazing around on the cruise, soaking in the charming views of the water, and cherishing the good days you had in Antarctica.
Day 10
Disembark at Ushuaia
  • On this day of your Antarctica cruise from India, you will reach the city of Ushuaia and disembark.
  • You will take your flight back to India with happy memories of your exquisite tour to the land of snow, ice, and penguins.

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  • Transfers
  • Meals

More Details about Antarctica Cruise from India

Know Before You Go for Antarctica Cruise from India

  • Abide by the COVID-19 measures throughout the tour.
  • Carry your Thrillophilia voucher and valid ID proof for the tour.
  • Travel insurance is recommended for the tour and can be availed at an additional cost.
  • Flights, meals, and activities not mentioned in the package will incur an additional cost.
  • GST will be applicable on the cost of the tour.

Things To Carry for Antarctica Cruise from India

  • Caps
  • Warm clothes
  • Walking shoes
  • Water bottle